Stores Operative
The purpose of this position is to play a pivotal role in the day to day activities of a busy engineering stores and fleet operation. This will include ordering materials from suppliers, stock replenishment and picking and despatching orders across multiple projects. Through the use of multiple software application’s the individual will record the receipt and despatch of all materials and participate in perpetual and periodic stocktakes to ensure all material balances are reconciled accurately and cost effectively.
Duties and responsibilities
PROCUREMENT AND STOCK MANAGEMENT
- First point of contact for receiving, storage and handling of all materials in and out of multiple warehouse facilities.
- Record all stock movements.
- Monitor and carry out daily housekeeping processes to ensure maximum optimisation of the stores and fleet operations.
- Deliver a professional and efficient service to all stakeholders ensuring that all stock collections and deliveries are accurate and ready on time.
- Carryout perpetual and periodic stock takes as required.
- Monitor and participate in the preparation of weekly KPI’s report for the Stores & Fleet operations.
FLEET AND DRIVER MANAGEMENT
- Assist with the management of company fleet, ensuring that all vehicles kept in good condition and that the stock in vans is accurately logged.
VENDOR MANAGEMENT
· Interact and communicate with our supply chain stakeholders / suppliers to ensure best pricing and supply are achieved.
HEALTH AND SAFETY/QUALITY
- Maintain the warehouse so that it is clean and tidy at all times and compliant with H&S requirements.
- Act as a safety leader and put safety first in all responsibilities. Work in conjunction with the EQHS Manager to establish and maintain all policies and programs to assure a safe working environment.
· Have an in-depth knowledge of all legislation as it pertains to Health and Safety Regulations, Employment Legislation etc.
- Use space and mechanical handling equipment efficiently, making sure quality, budgetary targets and environmental objectives are met
AUTOMATION ENHANCEMENT
· Feed and use the stock management systems and suggest improvements .
Qualifications
- Strong analytical skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Strong Microsoft software skills. ERP experience would provide a distinct advantage.
- A minimum of 2 year’s warehouse, experience in similar environment.
- Ability to work accurately and efficiently with high attention to detail.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Flexible approach to work tasks and hours.
- Shift pattern may apply.